Smoking an Lupus

Congratulations and don't give up. I started smoking very early - lighting cigarettes for my Mom from the stove. It took me several tries to quit. I did hypnosis in a big group session - guy in front of me had a problem with the induction and distracted me. I went through aversion therapy twice. I have gotten out of bed driven to 7-11 bout a pack, smoked, one destroyed the others, and then hours later tried to put one back together again. Really addicted. And I used the nicotine gum. Then I went for one visit with clinical social worker who was also a certified hypnotherapist. We talked for that 50 minute hour you get. As I was leaving, I asked OK, when do you think I can stop smoking. She said, "How about today." I don't even remember the induction, but I have not had a cigarette since (about 20 years). You can do it.

Great job! I started using e-cigarettes (Green Smoke) last December. It's pricey but cheaper than buying cigarettes and it works. They have different nicotine levels so you can work your way down like the patch. I wish you luck, but if you happen start again I would consider trying them. Cold turkey is really the best way. I commend you.

I am so glad u are quitting. Here is a big thing that helped me a LOT! You plaquenil will not work properly if u smoke. I found this out 3 weeks ago at a Lupus conference held by the Lupus Foundation Of America. The doctor that was speaking pointed this fact out. I gave away my last smokes and have not smoked in 3 weeks and I dont want to smoke. Every now and then I find myself wanting to light one, but thats more habit then anything

Slipped but looking forward to a better day. I have had 1 fig for the past 2 days. New stressed popped up. And I grabbed for my comforter.

I smoked for over 35 years before I quit smoking, I've been smoke free now for almost 16. Stress does make you want to light. With a multi-handicapped child and teen in the house can't avoid stress. But avoided all other situations I would typically smoke such as with coffee, after meals, etc. and try to channel thoughts somewhere else when stressed. When I didn't have a pack in the house, I'd start going through ashtrays for a butt, or check through purses and pockets. Just like any other junkie, so when I worked on quitting for good, I put a few away in the closet so psychologically I didn't panic for the next fix. I failed cold turkey but weaned myself off until down to 2-3 a day then wondered why bother. Threw the closet fix away. Fuzzies for that comforter. I know you can do it!

I am determined to see it through. Right now I am on a roll. Tomorrow I will try to go all day without one.

Lord, please help Jeanne over this hurdle in Jesus Name I pray, AMEN!

Thank you. I appreciate the prayers. Feeling easier in my skin now. AMEN!

I made it to day 5 by weakening somewhat. I need a fix but will try hard to tough it out
Please send some prayers and warm fuzzies please. Thanks!

I am so glad to hear your doing good I will keep you in my prayers.

Day 4 and while physical effects are just about gone; I long for the time it would take to smoke where the boys would stay in and I could go outside for a few minutes and unwind. Yes smoking was my escape from the boys, if only for a few minutes, even though I could see them thru the patio door. Even at 110 degrees.
Thanks for all the thoughts and prayers!
Jeanne

Hey Jeanne,

Congratulations! I know this is not easy. I have never been a smoker but have had many people in my life who are/were. I am thinking about you and saying a prayer for you. I am glad that you have a lot of support.

My father went cold turkey many years ago after about thirty years or more, probably close to two packs a day. He just stopped one day, that was it.

Please keep in touch, let us know how we can help!

Gary

Thanks everyone. Here it is Day # three and still hanging in there. Going crazy a bit. Got some ginger candy to keep my yummy in control.

Fantastic! Keep up the good work. Prayers & Hugs :)

I quit 4yr ago using Chantix… now I can't even stand to smell cigarette smoke. I'm happy for you. Making the decision to quit is a big step and I'm here if you need to vent :)

in 1995 I had my first hip replacement ..I was 35 years old..the specialist at mayo in Mn ,came in the room and sat down and said I will not operate on you if you smoke..he had his nurses come in with pages and pages of what my lungs looked like because I had a 2 pack a day habit ..I was horrified ..I never lit another cigarette again!!! it scared the stuff out of me …

we are cheering for you..you deserve more then what a cigarette is doing for you..lung cancer is cruel illness ..along with your lupus! you can do it…althou the cigarette company are hoping you fail!

very good i too smoke and had quit when pregnant and then stress which is an excuse but that is what i want when stressed so understand what u r going through. i dont have any other vices so i guess i think that i have to have it. i have cut down a lot and i am going to try again as soon as i feel like i want to. that is the key u have to have that conviction and i have not had that feeling in awhile. keep up good work and i will be thinking and praying for ya girl hang in there

Good Job… I am proud of you, I am a smoker myself ad I can't seem to quit. I now it would be ideal for my health. Cold Turkey ehhh… Again You keep it up the good work and stay strog. Any thing you do for 20 days becomes a habbit so keep up the good work.